Genome Atlantic
banner
genomeatlantic.bsky.social
Genome Atlantic
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social
Genome Atlantic helps companies and industries to attract investments and leverage matching funding for applied genomics R&D initiatives. We work in partnership with clients across Atlantic Canada to deliver genomic solutions with long-lasting impacts.
Get the scoop on microbes, inside & out at BAtl's December seminar. Register today batl.bio/2025/12/03/d.... Following the seminar there's an in-person social event so you can carry on the conversation! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is proud to be a sponsor. #Microbes #Bioinformatics
December 9, 2025
Microbes, Inside and Out Our theme for December 2025, our third (and special holiday) edition of BAtl, is “Microbes, Inside and Out” We will explore the importance of biological communities i…
batl.bio
December 4, 2025 at 3:53 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social is launching a search for our next President & CEO - an exciting opportunity for a strategic, relationship-driven leader to help advance genomics & biotech in #AtlanticCanada! genomeatlantic.ca/genome-atlan...
#genomics #leadership
Genome Atlantic Launches Search for Next President & CEO - Genome Atlantic
Following the announcement that Steve Armstrong will step down as President & CEO in May 2026, Genome Atlantic’s Board of Directors has initiated the
genomeatlantic.ca
November 6, 2025 at 5:54 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social 's Kaitlyn Keller presents findings from our sector intelligence report on how #Genomics can support the #mining & #criticalminerals sector - at #EMP2025 in Fredericton NB. Proud to be a Gold Sponsor! Thanks NB Department of Natural Resources for a great conference!
October 28, 2025 at 3:32 PM
So proud to sponsor this week's NS Offshore Wind R&D Forum 2025! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social 's Britta Fiander addressed delegates yesterday about the critical role #Genomics plays. #NetzeroAtlantic @coveocean.bsky.social @nsgov.bsky.social #OffshoreWind #BlueEconomy
September 25, 2025 at 1:12 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social & @genomecanada.ca are launching a regional GAPP to fast-track genomics solutions for Atlantic Canada’s #naturalresources. Priority: critical minerals, energy innovation, and the bioeconomy. Apply + pitch your idea. bit.ly/4n53PCx
September 15, 2025 at 3:14 PM
United against #MSX - joining forces to fight a deadly oyster disease bit.ly/3HiTbZc @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @genomecanada.ca @rodberesford70 @ednatecinc #MalletOysters @PEIAquaculture #PEIShellfishAssn @PotlotekFirstNation
August 11, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Collaboration in action! We’re working with @PortOfHalifax & partners to advance #eDNA based environmental monitoring—a big step for sustainable ports & healthy ecosystems. Recognized by
@WorldPorts
Ports of Corner Brook, Halifax, Saint John and Summerside - Atlantic Ports Baseline Biodiversity Initiative - World Port Sustainability Program
The Atlantic Ports Baseline Biodiversity Initiative is an innovative project aimed at enhancing biodiversity monitoring across four Atlantic Canadian ports: Halifax, Saint John, Summerside, and Corner...
bit.ly
July 21, 2025 at 2:24 PM
A $3.1M project announced today will fast-track MSX-resistant oyster seed using genomics & selective breeding - an industry game-changer! @GenomeAtlantic.bsky.social @GenomeQuebec,bsky.social @GenomeCanada #MalletOysters @UniversiteLaval Learn more & video with Martin Mallet https://bit.ly/4eoBhAi
June 27, 2025 at 2:15 PM
New funding opportunity: The GAPP supports industry-academic partnerships to drive genomics and biotech innovation, de-risk R&D and accelerate commercialization. Learn More bit.ly/4ljNEzU @GenomeCanada @genomeatlantic.bsky.social
June 26, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Announcing five new public-private R&D projects tackling urgent health and industry challenges across the country – including tackling oyster MSX in Atlantic Canada. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZMltBp
##OysterMSX #CanadianGenomicsStrategy
June 26, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Looking forward to attending #Biocon2025 this week in Saint John, N.B.! Thanks Research N.B. for putting together another excellent lineup again this year!
June 2, 2025 at 1:15 PM
@genomeatlantic.bsky.social is proud to be part of the collaborative push to protect Atlantic Canada's oyster industry from MSX. #MalletOysters #NewBrunswickRPC ‘Minimize the damage’: Race to study MSX heats up as deadly disease hits Maritime oysters www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-...
‘Minimize the damage’: Race to study MSX heats up as deadly disease hits Maritime oysters
Researchers in Atlantic Canada are racing to try to solve a pressing problem — how to tackle a parasite that’s killing oysters and threatening the region’s multimillion-dollar industry.
www.ctvnews.ca
May 27, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Wow, what a great turnout for the 2nd annual MicroScape Biodiversity Day at The Discovery Centre this weekend! @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is a proud sponsor! Big Shout Out to Dr. John Archibald and the @dalhousieu.bsky.social volunteers for putting together a great exhibit!
May 26, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Genomics is booming—and N.B. Community College is getting ahead of the curve! Simon Potter shares how NBCC's upcoming Functional Genomics Program, with a little support from @genomeatlantic.bsky.social, will help build the skilled workforce Atlantic Canada needs for this fast-growing field.
May 21, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Measuring marine biodiversity can be costly. A $120K collaboration between @genomeatlantic.bsky.social @ednatecinc and Miawpukek Horizon Maritime Services could cut costs by using existing ship traffic to collect DNA samples vs hiring research vessels bit.ly/43gRtQl
May 20, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Big News! @GenomeAtlantic is delivering $1.38M to 3 game-changing projects under @GenomeCanada's eDNA Surveillance Initiative. #Genomics is powering smarter environmental protection and helping industries operate more sustainably bit.ly/4kdb6hC
May 14, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Genome Canada's new Strategic Plan charts a bold course to tackle some of Canada's biggest challenges - from climate change to health - and deliver even greater impact from coast to coast! @GenomeCanada #GenomicsInnovation
We are thrilled to share Genome Canada's new Strategic Directions for 2025-2030! 📲 bit.ly/3ZelI7K
May 14, 2025 at 3:36 PM
#MSX disease is threatening oyster farms in the Maritimes - and #Genomics is stepping up to protect this vital industry. Read more bit.ly/436QvVb @GenomeAtlantic #MalletOysters #CapeBretonUniversity @Rodberesford70 @GenomeCanada #OysterGenomics
May 12, 2025 at 1:03 PM
@GenomeAtlantic's Sequence newsletter is out! Black Health equity, oyster disease response, NBCC's new genomics program, cost-effective biodiversity monitoring, right whale conservation, and more! bit.ly/436QvVb
May 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
From saving oysters to powering clean energy - see how @genomeatlantic.bsky.social is solving real-world challenges and driving sustainable economic growth in #AtlanticCanada. Find our more at genomeatlantic.ca. @genomecanada.ca #GenomicsInnovation #25thAnniversary
April 30, 2025 at 12:41 PM
New @genomecanada.ca funding opportunity for Indigenous-led training & capacity-building projects. Application deadline Sept. 15, 2025 bit.ly/4jAcH1d #IndigenousGenomics
April 29, 2025 at 7:50 PM
New @DalhousieU research shows a genetic test can predict a young person’s risk of developing depression or bipolar disorder more accurately than family history alone. Study led by PhD student Kate Freeman & @RudolfUher. Supported by @genomeatlantic.bsky.social

bit.ly/4jhFTdc
April 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Welcome to the @genomecanada.bsky.social Board and enterprise CEOs who are in #Halifax this week for conversations about #Genomics, innovation and national collaboration! Yesterday, the group took time to explore the beautiful & historic Halifax Citadel National Historic Site.
April 16, 2025 at 12:49 PM
March 31, 2025 at 1:47 PM
CBC's The Current explores how new @memorialu.bsky.social research into ARVC, a fatal heart condition, brings hope to NL families: bit.ly/4c96nLg. @genomeatlantic.bsky.social & @genomecanada.bsky.social proudly supported Dr. Kathleen Hodgkinson & her team in their original ARVC gene discovery.
March 25, 2025 at 4:20 PM